The Story Of Company A, Twenty-Fifth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers In The War Of The Rebellion (1886)

The Story of Company A, Twenty-Fifth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion is a historical account of the experiences of soldiers from Massachusetts during the American Civil War. Written by Samuel H. Putnam and first published in 1886, the book focuses specifically on the stories of soldiers in Company A of the 25th Regiment.The book begins with an introduction that provides background information on the formation of the regiment and the reasons why many young men from Massachusetts chose to enlist in the Union army. The author then goes on to describe the training and preparation that the soldiers underwent before being sent to the front lines.The majority of the book is dedicated to describing the battles and campaigns that the soldiers of Company A participated in, including the Battle of Antietam, the siege of Petersburg, and the Battle of Gettysburg. Putnam provides vivid descriptions of the horrors of war, including the physical and emotional toll that it took on the soldiers.Throughout the book, Putnam also highlights the bravery and heroism of the soldiers, as well as the camaraderie and loyalty that developed among them. He also provides insight into the political and social context of the war, touching on issues such as slavery and the role of women in supporting the soldiers.Overall, The Story of Company A, Twenty-Fifth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion is a detailed and engaging account of the experiences of soldiers from Massachusetts during the Civil War. It provides a valuable historical perspective on one of the most significant events in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.